Minister of Homeland Security and Technology Ali Ihusan
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ReportGovt Follows WHO on Cigarette Tax - What Do ex-WHO Officials say
The government plans to halve cigarette duties, citing unverified WHO recommendations. However, former WHO officials argue that traditional controls like high taxes are failing. They suggest that providing regulated alternatives and gradual reduction pathways, rather than just "quit or smoke" options, is more effective at ending the epidemic.
NewsGeela evades questions on decision to cut cigarette prices
Health Minister Geela Ali declined to explain the government's proposal to slash cigarette duties by 50 percent during a parliamentary session. While officials claim the move follows WHO advice to combat the illicit tobacco market, the minister stated she was unprepared to answer. The bill would significantly lower prices for smokers.
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Home Minister Ihusaan denies Shamman's allegations
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Ex-Immigration Controller sentenced to 25 years in prison
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Muizzu denies corruption allegations
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Ex-Immigration chief accuses Muizzu of complicity in corruption
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WHO directs inquiries to Health Ministry
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WHO advises Maldives to slash tobacco taxes
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Ihusaan defends late-night raids on journalist's prison cell
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UN expert concerned over Maldives' private health data leaks
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Home Minister and Police Commissioner visit Mulee'aage
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Attorney General claims RTI Act being "abused"
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Government misses deadline to release findings on fire
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Muizzu defends student info disclosure
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Student communicated with police before death at MNU hostel
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Two Maldivians repatriated from Turkey
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Bestinet expat system to be launched on April 1
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Bestinet expat system currently under testing
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Final chance for illegal migrants to regularize before mass depor
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